Dental Implants

Are you a busy Provo resident who can’t find the time to improve your smile? The truth is, it may not take as long as you think. We are Dr. Hammond, and we and our staff at Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry can help restore missing, cracked, or discolored teeth – sometimes in just one visit.

At Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry we have been treating the residents of Provo since 1967 and have seen the results of neglected teeth and gums. Don’t let your smile deteriorate any longer, call us today at 801-657-5633 to begin restoring your smile.

Ask us about dental implants. Happy Provo dental implant patients have discovered that implants look and feel like their own teeth.

Dental implants are great for producing a foundation for dentures, supporting a bridge, or replacing a damaged tooth without disturbing the surrounding teeth. Since dental implants interface into the anatomy of your jaw they help prevent bone loss and gum recession.

At Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry, we would love to have a consultation and develop a comprehensive treatment plan for you. Your smile is our number one priority; make it yours as well and you will be healthier and happier.

We provide advanced general and cosmetic dentistry including Invisalign, sedation dentistry and mini implants.

For thousands of years, dentures have been allowing people to chew foods harder than mashed bananas and flash some teeth when they smile. However, Provo denture wearers know how unstable, irritating, embarrassing, and inconvenient they can be.

Today, Orem dental patients with missing teeth are fortunate to have a tooth replacement choice that is far better than both traditional dentures and dental bridges. A tooth implant provides the total package, so to speak. An implant replaces the visible part of the tooth and – this is key – also the root.

The dental implant process works like this: A super-strong titanium post is anchored directly into the jawbone. An abutment is then attached to the post. Finally, a crown or denture is attached to the abutment. Tooth implants provide the following benefits:

Bone Retention – The post prevents the bone loss that almost always occurs after a tooth is extracted

Dental implants prevent jaw muscle dysfunction that can occur when remaining teeth are forced to compensate for missing teeth

Tooth implants eliminate gum irritation caused by dentures

No need for denture relines

No denture adhesive needed (Remember, they are anchored in your jawbone just like natural teeth!)

Provo dental implant patients with one or two missing teeth can replace each missing tooth with a permanent implant. Provo dental patients with significant tooth loss are usually best served with an implant-anchored denture.

If you want more information about tooth implant costs in Provo or cosmetic dental financing, call Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry at801-657-5633. Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry is a full-service general and cosmetic dental practice dedicated to preventative dental care. We offer:

I am Dr. Hammond. Thanks for stopping to read our blog. We know it can be frustrating to look for the cost of getting a dental implant procedure done and finding nothing solid here on the internet. Let us take a moment to explain why most dental websites don’t publish the cost of tooth implants.

1. The Math Might Come Out Higher Than it Should The number of teeth being replaced may be more than the number of implants needed to cover that section of the mouth. Tooth implant dentists here in Provo, Utah, want to offer accurate pricing rather than scare you away with higher estimates. It takes a easy consultation to review dental history, assess needs, and determine a treatment plan. This could mean a more efficient surgery with fewer implants. See http://www.cosmeticdentistryutahcounty.com/about-us/.

2. There Might Be Something Better For Your Mouth While dental implants really are the state of the art in tooth replacement, much better than a bridge or denture, sometimes the method won’t be what you thought it was going to be. If your heart is set on implants or if you’ve been told by others in Lehi, Utah County, or American Fork that’s what you should get, we can help to explain the pros and cons of this path. 3. Supply Costs and Lab Costs Change A ballpark number might be possible to post on the internet but the changing cost of supplies and lab fees make it impossible to guarantee an exact price for full mouth dental implants. Dentists who offer implants can accurately calculate dental implant surgery costs based on current costs when you come in for a consultation.

Please make an appointment to quickly and accurately get these answers. Call Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry at 801-657-5633 for more information.

Provo men and women with missing teeth know that chewing can be difficult and painful. If you are looking at the cost of dental implants in Provo and feel uncertain whether this is the step you ought to take, come see Dr. Hammond at Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry to learn all about tooth implants. Dental implants are usually the best permanent tooth replacement for Provo people whose missing teeth make it hard to chew and eat.

Improving a smile beyond just functional needs can also be explored during an informative consultation with Dr. Chris Hammond Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Provo offers the Utah County, American Fork, and Lehi areas straightforward advice about restoring your smile while still keeping it comfortable in the pocket book. Come explore the possibilities, including the cost of a smile makeover. Call to set up a personal consultation today: 801-657-5633

With experience in Invisalign, sedation dentistry, porcelain veneers, and even dental crowns, Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry serves their new Provo and Lehi patients by answering all of their questions without a hard sell approach. The choice has always been with the patient.

If you have missing teeth, come see our caring team and let them improve your eating experience. (Haven’t you waited long enough?)

Perhaps you have heard or seen the Provo dental industry’s advertising about dental implants. Most Provo dentists claim that dental implant dentures can change your life. Does this sound like hype? Exaggeration?

Let’s look at the facts about dental implant anchored dentures in Provo:

Chewing: An oral implant denture can restore up to 95 percent of normal chewing function. How important is chewing? Can you chew easily with your current full or partial denture? Can you bite apples? When was the last time you ate a raw carrot?

Appearance: How does your smile look? Can you smile confidently? How many Provo denture wearers love their smile? Implant anchored dentureslook like natural teeth. They don’t move when you smile, eat, talk, bike, swim, dance, golf, ski; you get the idea.

Bone health: When teeth are extracted, bone recession can occur over time (in fact, this happens in almost every case). Because a titanium implant is an artificial ‘tooth root’ inserted into your jaw bone, your bone has a better chance of staying healthy. If there are no other adverse conditions present, your jaw bone should remain strong and dense, just as if the original tooth root were there.

If you hate your dentures and live in Utah County or Provo, why don’t you come in for a consultation about dental implants and mini-implants? We can discuss all the particulars including procedure specifics, healing time and dental implant cost. Then you can decide for yourself if Implant dentures will, as promised, change your life.

Hundreds of Utah County dental implant recipients have replaced missing teeth with jaw-bone anchored tooth implants. Unlike a dental bridge, a tooth implant consists of a titanium post inserted into the jaw bone. The bone meshes with the post to create a strong base for the natural-looking prosthetic tooth and crown that attaches to the post.

Dental implants are usually the ideal restoration for Utah County people who want to replace a missing tooth. There is a problem, however, if the jaw bone is too thin at the implant site.

When a tooth is extracted, the bone loses the blood circulation at the former site of the root. Consequently, bone recession often occurs. If the recession is extensive, there is not enough bone to hold the dental implant post.

Bone grafting can augment the bone at the implant site and provide the bone density necessary for a successful implant. This is usually effective, but it does require time for the new bone to generate. A new discovery may provide a quicker solution for regenerating bone.

Researchers at the Georgia Health Sciences University College of Dental Medicine have identified a protein that quickly stimulates the production of new bone. The research team, led by Dr. Ulf M.E. Wikesjo, implanted bone morphogenetic protein in test subjects and discovered that “more new bone formed within four weeks than with conventional bone grafting.”

This protein will require extensive testing before it is available for Utah County dental implant patients. However, I am pleased at the prospect of an additional method for making dental implants possible for my Utah County clients with missing teeth and jaw bone recession.

If you have had years of dental problems or are embarrassed by your teeth, our friendly and professional team at Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry can help you find the restoration procedure right for you. You could be a candidate for complete or partial dentures or dental implants.

A removable replacement for missing teeth, dentures can be made in advance and positioned as soon as the natural teeth are removed.

If you still have some healthy, natural teeth, you can benefit from dentures without having your healthy teeth extracted.

Partial dentures fill in the gaps, replacing missing teeth to complete a smile. Partial dentures can prevent natural teeth from moving. Many Provo dental practices can complete these procedures in one day.

Many dental insurance providers cover most or all of the cost of dentures. Call us at Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry and we can help you find out if your dental insurance covers dentures.

Another alternative for Provo people with missing teeth is to receive dental implants. A dental implant is a permanent tooth restoration that is anchored into the jawbone, actually replacing both the root and crown of the tooth. Dental implants have many advantages, such as preventing jaw bone recession which can occur when natural teeth are removed. However, not all Provo dentistry patients are good candidates for implants. Call Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry at 801-657-5633 for a dental implant consultation.

Dental implants can also be used to anchor a removable denture. The denture is ‘snapped on’ or attached to the implants for no-slip confidence.

The combination denture/implant smile restoration solution is being used successfully by many Provo dentists. It is usually more affordable than dental implant replacements for several natural teeth.

Replacing missing teeth will benefit your appearance and your health, improving your ability to eat and speak. If you are embarrassed to smile or laugh, it’s time to bring back your beautiful smile!

Whether you are a local Provo family dentistry patient, or a blogosphere visitor, welcome to our dental blog.

My dental practice is called Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry and is located at 3575 N 100 E, Ste 200 Provo, Utah. I have been practicing dentistry since 1996. Since opening my Provo cosmetic dental practice, I have seen a lot of changes in dental techniques and tooth restoration materials, however, my commitment to the highest quality of care and personal attention to my patients has not changed.

At Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry, my friendly and professional staff and I provide a full menu of preventative, restorative, and cosmetic dental services. If you are looking for a gentle kid-friendly pediatric dentist or a smile design specialist, I invite you to schedule a consultation. We work hard to make each visit as quick and pleasant as possible.

If you have dental insurance, call my office to see if we are contracted with your provider. If you don’t have dental insurance, call us at 801-657-5633 for information on our rates and smile makeover financing options. Budgeting for regular cleanings and checkups can ensure a healthy and beautiful smile for life.

When our Provo clients ask us about tooth restoration, we usually tell them about fixed (or ‘traditional’) dental bridges or tooth implants. A dental bridge is an artificial tooth which replaces a missing tooth. The false tooth (called a ‘pontic’) is fused to porcelain crowns on either side of the missing tooth.

Tooth replacement has been a highly requested procedure at our Provo cosmetic dental practice. Patients from the Provo area have expressed concern about tooth replacement for many years. Most of the questions about restorative dental services have to do with the strength of the tooth replacement, and durability.

Dental implants are also popular concern for our Provo tooth replacement patients. A dental implant consists of a titanium post surgically inserted into the jaw bone to replace the root of the missing tooth. The post integrates with the bone to provide a stable foundation for the replacement tooth.

After it has bonded with the bone (it usually takes three to six months), a smaller post is attached. This post extends above the gum line. The artificial tooth (dental crown) is then attached. The entire process takes several months, but consistently yields terrific results for Provo tooth restoration patients. Our cosmetic dentistry patients appreciate the fact that we stay up to date on the latest advancements in tooth replacement procedures.

Both Provo smile restoration options preserve or restore facial contour and allow you to talk and eat normally. Tooth replacements prevent adjoining teeth from gradually shifting and can help correct bite problems, too. Tooth implants and dental bridges can replace one or more missing teeth. Many Provo area dental patients have been treated successfully with these tooth restoration alternatives.

Call Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry and ask for Drs. Hammond to schedule an evaluation for Provo tooth restoration. You can schedule your tooth restoration by calling us at 801-657-5633.

“Every tooth in a man’s head is more valuable than a diamond.” -Miguel de Cervantes, Don Quixote, 1605

When Cervantes wrote Don Quixote, there was no way to replace teeth that were lost to trauma or decay. We are fortunate to live here in Provo at a time where there is a permanent replacement for missing teeth-the amazing Dental Implant.

A dental implant, or tooth implant, is anchored into the jaw bone. It does not slide around like a removable denture. It functions just like a natural tooth.

With a dental implant, you can talk, chew, and brush like normal. Eat that steak. Laugh out loud. Sing at the top of your lungs!

The dental implant procedure available in Provo is not an experimental treatment. Dental implants have been available for many years. You can be sure that the dental implant procedure has been fully tested and tweaked to perfection. The success rate for dental implants in Provo is almost one hundred percent.

If you have a missing tooth and want to get a tooth implant, it is important to choose an experienced Provo cosmetic dental specialist to perform your implant procedure. To schedule a cosmetic or implant dentistry consultation, call 801-657-5633.

A Provo dental implant is a strong and beautiful tooth replacement that, incidentally, costs much less than a diamond of similar size. (See the quote at the beginning of this article.) To discuss financing options, contact our office.

At Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry, we offer the full spectrum of restorative, cosmetic, and general dentistry services. If you need a gentle family dentistry professional to put your kids at ease or a precision smile design artist, we invite you to meet Drs. Hammond, DMD.

At Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry, we are committed to providing you and your family with superior dental care.

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Provo dentist Dr. Chris Hammond provides a unique and comfortable patient experience in all aspects of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, sedation dentistry and much more with 5-star service. He serves patients in Provo and Orem, Utah and the surrounding American Fork, Lehi, Highland, Alpine and Utah County area.